We analyze hauler revenue and expenses, operations records, future plans, and projected financial results of operations to analyze the reasonableness of requested rate/compensation increases. We determine the equity of projected costs for providing a wide range of solid waste and diversion-related services—including the use of split-body trucks, weekly versus bi-weekly collection, and residential and commercial food waste collection and processing.

Compensation Procedures Reviews:

We develop policies and procedures that streamline and standardize the preparation and review of requested rate/compensation adjustments to ensure common expectations and avoid antagonistic relationships.

Rate Structure Reviews:

We establish alternative collection rate structures to encourage more efficient service, waste reduction, and diversion. As more agencies have engaged in diversion-focused pricing, we develop rate structures to maintain a revenue base sufficient to meet the cost of providing service.

Vehicle Impact Studies:

We analyze and assess solid waste and recycling vehicle, construction vehicle, and transit vehicle use in your community and measure negative impact on street quality. Our studies often find that the damage caused by such vehicles produces a disproportionate financial burden that can be alleviated.

Is Your Agency Paying Too Much For Service?

A recent HF&H processing facility compensation review resulted in a reduction in the facility operator’s requested annual compensation of $29.8 million to $27.8 million—a savings of $2.0 million.